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Black-capped Flycatcher

Black-capped Flycatcher

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The Black-capped Flycatcher is a striking small flycatcher, named for its contrasting black cap and bright yellow belly. It is a resident of montane forests in Central America.
Where to spot
Found in humid montane forests, especially cloud forests, from southern Mexico to northern Nicaragua.
How to spot
Look for its prominent black cap and yellow underparts in the mid-story and canopy. Listen for its distinctive, often buzzy or trilled calls.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often more vocal in the mornings. It is a resident species, observable year-round.
File:Biologia Centrali-Americana Empidonax atriceps.jpg
File:Black-capped Flycatcher. Empidonax atriceps. - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
File:Black-capped Flycatcher Empidonax atriceps - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
File:Black-capped Flycatcher Empidonax atriceps - Flickr - gailhampshire (1).jpg
File:Empidonax atriceps 1902.jpg
File:Biologia Centrali-Americana Empidonax atriceps.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-capped Flycatcher. Empidonax atriceps. - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-capped Flycatcher Empidonax atriceps - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-capped Flycatcher Empidonax atriceps - Flickr - gailhampshire (1).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Empidonax atriceps 1902.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Its bold black-and-yellow pattern makes it one of the most visually distinctive members of the Empidonax genus.
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